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Power outage to affect Mai Khao
Power outage to affect Mai Khao
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced a power outage to affect areas in Mai Khao tomorrow (Aug 29) so that repairs and maintenance can be carried out on high-voltage cables in the area.
Nong Fiat: The Phuket voice being heard around the world
Nong Fiat: The Phuket voice being heard around the world
At just 13 years old, Prapapon ‘Nong Fiat’ Sreemoung is already becoming a singing sensation, impressing Thais and tourists alike on Bangla Rd in Patong and at the Lard Yai Walking Street in Phuket Town on Sundays.
Phuket Beach Festival International Surfing Competition enters final day
Phuket Beach Festival International Surfing Competition enters final day
SURFING: The fifth day of Phuket Beach Festival International Surfing Competition yesterday (Aug 27) was indeed one for the books as great surfing conditions provided the remaining competitors to compete for their semi-final positions in both the men’s and women’s shortboard and longboard divisions.
Proud Kamala Project looking to clean things up
Proud Kamala Project looking to clean things up
PHUKET: A new cooperative initiative has been established between public and private sector entities in Kamala which will collaborate to raise awareness of environmental stewardship at the local beach.
Sainz on pole after Verstappen, Leclerc penalties
Sainz on pole after Verstappen, Leclerc penalties
FORMULA ONE: Carlos Sainz will start the Belgian Grand Prix today (Aug 28) from pole after top qualifier Max Verstappen and title rival Charles Leclerc were dropped down the grid with penalties during yesterday’s qualifying.
On Campus: Getting a HeadStart in English
On Campus: Getting a HeadStart in English
And the results are in…! English A Level results at HeadStart International School have set new standards of excellence. A Levels are the highest and most in depth qualification available in Secondary education. Taken by students at the age of 18, they are the principal metric used by universities for entrance to their dreaming spires.
Liverpool hit nine to equal record, Haaland hat-trick fires Man City
Liverpool hit nine to equal record, Haaland hat-trick fires Man City
FOOTBALL: Liverpool equalled the Premier League’s record win with a 9-0 demolition of Bournemouth, while Erling Haaland’s hat-trick inspired Manchester City’s comeback 4-2 victory against Crystal Palace yesterday (Aug 27).
Mountain B fire death toll reaches 21
Mountain B fire death toll reaches 21
CHON BURI: Another patient seriously injured in the fire at the Mountain B pub in Chon Buri died yesterday (Aug 27), bringing the total number of deaths to 21.
Toyota Gazoo racing ready to rock the streets of Phuket Town
Toyota Gazoo racing ready to rock the streets of Phuket Town
MOTOR RACING: The streets of Phuket Town are gearing up to host this year’s “Toyota Gazoo Racing Motorsport” street racing expo.
Saemapetch victorious in Rittewada ONE rematch
Saemapetch victorious in Rittewada ONE rematch
MMA: After their heated first meeting last year, the long-awaited rematch between Thai powerhouses Saemapetch Fairtex and Rittewada Petchyindee went down on the main card of ONE 160: Ok v Lee II on Friday (Aug 26), at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Free Phuket Smart Bus travel for Thais in September
Free Phuket Smart Bus travel for Thais in September
PHUKET: Thai tourists visiting Phuket next month will be able to avail a special tourist incentive that allows them unlimited travel around part of the island for free.
‘Martial Arts Olympics’ to hit millions of more screens
‘Martial Arts Olympics’ to hit millions of more screens
MMA: Is America ready for a Muay Thai high? ONE Championship chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong and his Amazon Prime partners in pugilism are taking it to the bank.
Kanokwan suspended over land
Kanokwan suspended over land
BANGKOK: The Supreme Court yesterday (Aug 26) suspended Deputy Education Minister Kanokwan Vilawan from performing her duties after accepting a petition accusing her of serious ethical misconduct in a land encroachment case.
Shortboard quarterfinals decided as conditions increase wave size
Shortboard quarterfinals decided as conditions increase wave size
SURFING: In an intense day of shortboard competition on Day 4 of the Phuket Beach Festival International Surfing Competition yesterday (Aug 26), quarterfinalists were decided in both Men’s and Women’s Shortboard Divisions with Men’s Round’s 2 and 3 as well as Women’s Round 2, while the Women’s Round 1 was completed Thursday afternoon.
Firefly resumes Phuket-Penang flights
Firefly resumes Phuket-Penang flights
PHUKET: Firefly Airlines resumed its Phuket-Penang flights yesterday (Aug 26) as the first scheduled flight from the carrier in over two years touched down on the island.
Liverpool look to end dismal start, Arsenal on the up
Liverpool look to end dismal start, Arsenal on the up
FOOTBALL: Troubled Liverpool will be desperate to get their first win of the Premier League season when they face Bournemouth later today (Aug 27).
‘Beast’ brings suspense to the savannah
‘Beast’ brings suspense to the savannah
Back in 2018 a lot of people laughed when it was announced that a movie was to be released that was basically action hero Jason Staham versus a big shark. Much to the surprise of those that laughed, ‘The Meg’ turned out to be a fun, and more than okay, kind of film. Well now Hollywood is set to take on the animal kingdom once again with Idris Elba facing up to the king of the jungle – a rogue lion.
No one’s getting high on the new cannabis laws
No one’s getting high on the new cannabis laws
We only need to go back to June, when the cannabis market for food and beverage was said to quickly reach B10 billion and the cosmetic industry around several billion baht. Instead, recreational use has received most of the attention, and the potential heavy-handed response to bludgeoning the recreational cannabis market may delay any rush to “green gold”.
China shows signs of tourism revival
China shows signs of tourism revival
BUSINESS: Tourism operators and airlines are seeing positive signs from the Chinese market as the country becomes more active in promoting tourism and loosening flight restrictions for Thai carriers.
Youngsters help Phuket MMA Dojo continue its rise
Youngsters help Phuket MMA Dojo continue its rise
MMA: Young athletes from local Mixed Martial Arts Studio Dojo at Blue Tree Phuket continue to impress after winning a total of 31 medals at two provincial championships held on the island last weekend.